The move clears a path for Rep. Andy Kim to win the Democratic nomination.
Share on email announced Sunday she is dropping out of her state's U.S. Senate race following a string of poor showings at local party conventions."After many busy, invigorating and, yes, challenging months, I am suspending my Senate campaign today," Murphy said in a video
Murphy said continuing her campaign would "involve waging a very divisive and negative campaign, which I am not willing to do." "With Donald Trump on the ballot and so much at stake for our nation, I will not, in good conscience, waste resources tearing down a fellow Democrat," she added.Kim in a statement said Murphy "has been a voice for progress and public service," adding: "Tammy and I both agree that it is critical that we keep this seat, and the Senate, in Democratic control. Unity is vital."Murphy, the wife of New Jersey Gov.
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